One night only: the Saint Petersburg National Ballet Theatre brings The Nutcracker to Kuala Lumpur on Friday 11 December 2026. Curtain is at 8pm in the Plenary Hall at KLCC.
What is on stage
Tchaikovsky’s score drives the production, with about 40 dancers and full sets and costumes. The soloists are Oksana Bondareva and Ivan Sitnikov, both from the Mariinsky. Expect roughly two hours, including a 30-minute interval. Children must be at least 3 years old.
Tickets
Megatix is the official seller. Resale and unofficial tickets may be refused at the gate, so buy only from the official page at megatix.asia/events/nut-kl.
Getting there
The Plenary Hall is inside the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, next to the Petronas Twin Towers. From central KL the easiest approach is on foot: it is about 15 minutes from Cormar Suites through KLCC Park.
Where should you stay for The Nutcracker by the Saint Petersburg National Ballet Theatre?
A base in the city centre means a short walk home after the final bow. Cormar Suites is a 4-star hotel at 10 Jalan Perak whose rooms range from studios to two-bedroom suites, with a kitchen, living area and fast WiFi. Parry Road Café is downstairs for coffee and breakfast, and there is a rooftop infinity pool with views of the skyline. KL Tower, KLCC, KL City Walk and Bukit Bintang are all close, and the Monorail is about a 10-minute walk. See our full event guide, with dates, venue and getting-there tips, here: The Nutcracker by the Saint Petersburg National Ballet Theatre — KL event guide. Event dates sell out fast, so book your stay direct with Cormar for the best available rate.
Details were checked on 11 October 2026 and can change, so confirm with the organiser.
Sources
- The Nutcracker by the Saint Petersburg National Ballet Theatre 2026: Tickets & Where to Stay
- The Nutcracker 2026 | Ballet Tour in Singapore, KL, Manila, Bangkok & Jakarta | Aurum Entertainment
